PCOS Treatment Specialist Cypress
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormone disorder that affects as many as 6% of women.
There is a link between PCOS and insulin resistance which puts patients at increased risk for developing diabetes, hypertension, truncal obesity and cardiovascular disease. Some women with PCOS suffer from infertility issues. Studies show that women with PCOS have a 3-4 times higher chance of developing uterine or breast cancer.
Although there is no cure for PCOS, Blades Wellness and Aesthetics, a PCOS treatment specialist, can help you effectively treat this condition which can help with weight loss, reduction of acne and excessive body hair growth, reduce the risk of breast and uterine cancer and can optimize a woman’s chance to conceive.
PCOS is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. It is characterized by irregular menstrual cycles, excess androgen levels, and polycystic ovaries. Symptoms may include menstrual irregularities, acne, hirsutism, weight gain, and fertility issues.
Symptoms Associated With PCOS Include:
- Irregular or absent menstrual cycles
- Acne or oily skin
- Hirsutism ( increased body hair growth)
- Scalp hair loss
- Weight gain
- Ovarian cysts
- Infertility
- Anxiety and depression
- Elevated cholesterol levels
PCOS FAQs
PCOS is a multi-system disorder affecting numerous women of reproductive age. It is estimated 1 in 10 women of child-bearing age have PCOS. Insulin resistance has now been discovered as the root cause of PCOS. Some women with PCOS do not ovulate regularly, which can increase the risk of fertility issues.
PCOS can disrupt ovulation, leading to irregular or absent menstrual cycles and difficulties conceiving. However, fertility treatments such as ovulation induction and assisted reproductive technologies can help women with PCOS conceive.
PCOS cannot be cured, but its symptoms can be managed through lifestyle changes, medications, and hormone therapy (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Treatment) to improve menstrual regularity, reduce androgen levels, and promote fertility.
